Which of the following is not a member of SAARC?
Myanmar
Understanding SAARC Membership
The question asks us to identify which country among the given options is not a member state of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).
SAARC is a regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of states in South Asia. It was established in 1985. Its member states are committed to promoting economic development and regional integration.
Current SAARC Member Countries
As of now, SAARC has eight member states. These are:
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Afghanistan joined SAARC later, in 2007, becoming the eighth member.
Analyzing the Options
Let's examine each option provided:
- Afghanistan: Afghanistan is listed as a current member of SAARC.
- Bangladesh: Bangladesh is one of the founding members of SAARC.
- Bhutan: Bhutan is also one of the founding members of SAARC.
- Myanmar: Myanmar, located to the east of South Asia, is geographically part of Southeast Asia and is not a member state of SAARC.
Based on the list of SAARC member countries, Myanmar is the country that is not a member of SAARC among the given options.
Conclusion
Comparing the provided options with the list of SAARC member states, we find that Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Bhutan are all members. Myanmar is not a member of SAARC.
Revision Table: SAARC Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation |
| Established | December 8, 1985 |
| Headquarters | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Current Members | 8 (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka) |
| Focus | Regional cooperation, economic and social development in South Asia |
Additional Information on Regional Groupings
Understanding different regional organizations helps in distinguishing between member states. For example:
- ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations): Myanmar is a member of ASEAN, which focuses on cooperation in Southeast Asia.
- BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation): This includes some SAARC members (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka) and some ASEAN members (Myanmar, Thailand). It bridges South Asia and Southeast Asia.
This highlights that Myanmar belongs to different regional blocs compared to SAARC.
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